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Awards Received

  • Distinguished Service Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Private

    Batallion:

    1st Battalion

    Regiment:

    10th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    5th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    January 24, 1945

    Headquarters, THIRD U.S. Army, General Orders No. 84 (May 4, 1946)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Private Kenneth E. Cocanower (ASN: 39481213), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 1st Battalion, 10th Infantry Regiment, 5th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces in Luxembourg, on 24 January 1945. Private Cocanower’s extraordinary heroism, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 5th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.